无锡市青山高级中学
2023 年秋学期高一英语期中考试试卷
命题：张慧琳 审卷：金莉 2023 年 11 月
第一部分 听力 30分（共两节，满分 30分）
第一节（共 5小题；每小题 1.5分，满分 7.5分）
听下面 5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出
最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有 10秒钟的时间来回答
有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1.Where is Amy now
A. In Seoul. B. In Beijing. C. In London.
2.What does the man mean
A. His mother likes apple pie.
B. The apple pie tastes very good.
C. He’ll make apple pies for his mother.
3.Why does the woman talk to David
A. To make an apology. B. To ask for a favor. C. To invite him over.
4.What are the speakers talking about
A. A strong team. B. A wonderful game. C. A great sportsman.
5.What will the woman do for the man
A. Teach him cleaning skills.
B. Find him a new apartment.
C. Help him clean his apartment.
第二节(共 15小题；每小题 1.5分，满分 22.5分)
听下面 5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三
个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时
间阅读各个小题，每小题 5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出 5秒钟的作答时间。每段
对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答第 6、7两个小题。
6.Who is the woman speaking to
A. Her son. B. Her husband. C. A salesman.
7.Where is the washroom
A. On the third floor. B. On the fourth floor. C. On the fifth floor.
听下面一段对话，回答第 8至 10 题。
8.What does the man plan to do this afternoon
A. Go to the library. B. Go swimming. C. Go to class.
9.What does Mr. Smith probably teach
A. History. B. Chemistry. C. Math.
10.What does the woman offer to do for the man
A. Collect information for his paper.
B. Help him with his chemistry.
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C. Teach him to study math.
听下面一段对话，回答第 11至 13题。
11.What was Edward Lear
A. An American painter. B. An English artist. C. An English designer.
12.How did Marie get the book For Lovers of Birds
A. She bought it online.
B. She got it from her aunt.
C. She borrowed it from the library.
13.Who is the man's favorite artist
A. Monet. B. Van Gogh. C. Edward Lear.
听下面一段对话，回答第 14至 16题。
14.Why didn't Jack go to the concert last week
A. He was busy with his project.
B. He forgot it completely.
C. He had no interest in it.
15.What relation is Mike to Jack
A. His brother. B. His classmate. C. His teacher.
16.What is Jack probably going to do
A. Talk to the teacher. B. Give up his project. C. Find out his own weakness.
听下面一段独白，回答第 17至 20题。
17.What do we know about Guo’s first Vivicat series
A. It was shown in Beijing
B. It had ten Vivicats.
C. It came out in a car show.
18.Which of the following positions belongs to the first series
A. Lying on a computer B. Eating French fries. C. Hiding in a glove.
19.When did the second Vivicat series come out
A. In April, 2019. B. In August, 2019. C. In April, 2020.
20.What kind of lifestyle does the Vivicat show
A. Relaxed. B. Busy. C. Active.
第二部分 阅读理解 50 分（共两节，满分 50 分）
第一节 阅读理解 3篇（共 15 小题，每题 2.5 分，满分 37.5 分）
A
When I woke up, I made myself breakfast, sat and listened to the traffic. Some of my
friends ask me how I can stand living somewhere so noisy. It's true that there's always
some kind of noise in my neighborhood, but to me, these are the sounds of life.
It was Saturday morning, so I decided to go to the park. The taxi is the fastest way to
go but I took the bus instead.
When you ride the bus, you get to see so much more of the city. It can be kind of loud
on the bus, with some people talking on their phones, others chatting with their friends,
and others playing music. It's just like the traffic's sounds, though the noise on the bus
represents people working, relaxing and living.
Once I got to the park, I picked a bench over near the play area where kids play while
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their parents sit nearby. I can see and hear almost everything from there. People-watching
is one of my favorite things to do. However, I like listening even better. The only problem
is that there's so much to see and hear in the park!
Usually, I like to close my eyes. That way, I can pay more attention to the sounds and
not get distracted by what I see. With my eyes closed, I could pick out parts of two old
men's conversation. One of them was telling the other about something his grandson said.
I couldn't hear the rest, but it must have been hilarious because his friend's laugh was so
loud.
When I'm old, I hope that I too will have a friend who will sit in the park with me, and
who will enjoy listening to the sounds of the city as much as I do.
21.Some of the author's friends think "the sounds of life" are very ______.
A. unpleasant B. unique C. magical D. interesting
22.The author took the bus to the park because ______.
A. there was no other transport to go there
B. he wanted to see more about people's life
C. it was the most convenient way
D. his friend advised him to do so
23.The author closed his eyes in order to ______.
A. have a good rest B. hide himself from view
C. enjoy the sounds of life D. avoid talking with the two old men
24.The underlined word "hilarious" in Paragraph 5 probably means "______".
A. truly different B. quite popular
C. rather strange D. extremely funny
25.What’s the author’s hope according to the last paragraph
A. Getting rid of the noise. B. Living in a quiet neighborhood.
C. Sitting in the park. D. Enjoying the sounds of a city with a friend.
B
Ida Keeling's daughter, Cheryl, a lifelong athlete, thought that maybe what would pull
her mother out from under her dark cloud was something that would get her pumping
again. She suggested a run. Not just a jog around the block, but an official run. At the time,
Ida Keeling was 67.
Keeling had grown up poor in Harlem, and had done hard work in factories. She had
lost her husband early to a heart attack, and two of her four children—both of her sons—
died in unsolved drug-related incidents in 1978 and 1981.
Keeling had sunk into a deep depression(消沉), and her health had begun to slide.
Her daughters began to worry that they soon might be losing their mother as well.
It had been decades since Keeling had done any running, and she would later recall
that first "mini-run" feeling as if it would never end. But when it did, "I just threw off all
my bad memories."
She hasn't stopped running since, and it's no longer the tough work it was during that
first meet. Since then, the small Keeling has set records for 60 meters in the 95-to-99 age
group, and in 100 meters for the over-100 group.
"I was just exercising," she says regarding that first run, "and now I'm all over the
world."
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When she's not running, she's working out. She's in the gym three to four days a week,
running on tread-mills (跑步机), working out with weights and pedaling on the exercise
bike, and even squeezing in some squats (深蹲) while she's cooking. Part of her healthy
diet is occasional brandy wine mixed with her coffee or water to aid circulation (血液循
环).
She's written a book about her experiences, titled Can't Nothing Bring Me Down:
Chasing Myself in the Race Against Time. Her philosophy is also suitable for a runner:
"Every day is another day forward."
26.What do the underlined words "get her pumping" mean in paragraph 1
A. Free her from great pressure. B. Fill her with life and energy.
C. Equip her with self-confidence. D. Remind her of her problems.
27. Why did Keeling suffer from a deep depression
A. She had grown up poor. B. She had done hard work.
C. She had been in poor health. D. She had lost her husband and sons.
28. What contributes to Keeling's setting records when she is very old
A. Travelling around the world. B. The mini-run experience.
C. Working out whenever possible. D. Brandy wine mixed with coffee.
29.Which of the following can best describe Keeling
A. Athletic and strong-willed. B. Caring and sport-loving.
C. Friendly and hard-working. D. Humorous and outgoing.
30. Which can be the best title for the text
A. Run forward. B. Never too old to learn.
C. Live healthily. D. Never give up hope in life.
C
In October, temperatures across China begin to drop. Do you experience a mood shift
as it turns to winter
Many people do. For about one in 20 people in the northern half of the United States,
cooling temperatures and shorter, darker days may signal the onset of seasonal affective
disorder (季节性情绪失调), or SAD, a type of depression that typically arrives in autumn
or winter, The New York Times reported.
Not every mild blue feeling in winter is SAD. SAD symptoms (症状 ) make it
difficult for people to function. It tends to start with an increased appetite for foods like
French fries or ice cream, the eagerness to sleep longer hours, difficulty getting up in the
morning and feeling wiped out at work, according to Wales Online.
The exact cause of this disorder remains unknown. But the good news is that because
SAD is tied to the changing seasons, "You can predict its onset and ward it off." Michael
Terman, a professor of clinical psychology at Columbia University, US, told The New
York Times.
"There's been a fair bit of research since about the 1980s supporting light therapy (疗
法) as being effective for seasonal kinds of depression," psychotherapist Rakhi Chand told
The Guardian. But she also advised using this type of therapy under the guidance of a
professional.
While light therapy is the first recommended treatment for SAD, getting outside
regularly can offer other opportunities to sink in some light. You might want to retreat (撤
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退) like the hibernating (冬眠) bear, but don't, "Norman E, Rosenthal, the psychiatrist (精
神病学家) whose research team identified and named the disorder in the 1980s, told The
New York Times. "Walking outside even 20 or 30 minutes each day could make a huge
difference," he added.
Also, instead of giving into sugar longing, it is important to choose foods that are
known to boost mood such as dark chocolate, nuts, oatmeal and berries, according to
Egypt Today.
Too nervous to enter winter Remember, SAD is seasonal. If winter comes, can
spring be too far behind
31. What may signal the onset of SAD
A. Rising temperatures. B. Longer days.
C. Shorter days. D. Warming temperatures.
32.Which of the following is a SAD symptom
A. Having a reduced desire to eat. B. Finding it difficult to fall asleep.
C. Waking up early in the morning. D. Having low or no energy at work.
33. What is paragraph 6 mainly about
A. The origin of light therapy. B. The benefits of light therapy.
C. The definition (定义) of light therapy. D. Alternatives (替代品) to light therapy.
34. Which of the following is true
A. SAD usually arrives in spring.
B. SAD lasts all year around.
C. The exact cause of SAD is known.
D. Walking outside may relieve the symptom of SAD.
35. What is the main topic of this passage
A. Seasonal sadness in winter. B. Increased appetite in winter.
C. Longer sleep hours in winter. D. Decreased temperature in winter.
第二节 七选五 （共 5小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项
为多余选项。
In your life, sometimes you may be asked to speak in front of a large group of people.
Although it sounds a little scary, even those with stage fright can speak successfully to the
group with adequate preparation.
1. Practice your speech before the big day. 36 . If possible, practice the speech in
front of a friend or family member to get used to saying it to real people. If you feel you
must have note cards, limit the amount to about three cards. This will force you to keep
your speech concise and help you keep your eyes focused on your audience.
2. Remember why you've been invited to speak. If you're battling fear over speaking
to a large group of people, keep your mind on the fact that you were selected for this
important role. The speech organizers must have seen something valuable in you or your
expertise. 37 .
3. Remember that fear of public speaking is very common. 38 . Most of the
people in the audience would be feeling the same fear and stress that you do in your
position. Knowing this may make you feel better.
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4. 39 . What you say should be tailored to why you're there and who you're
speaking to in order to avoid sounding general. If speaking to a charity group, mention the
good work certain specific individuals have done for the cause. If speaking at a business
conference, briefly state why you want to help these people.
5. Keep eye contact with the crowd. 40 . Pick one person in each section and
look at him while you're speaking. After each important point in your speech, switch your
focus to another section. When you focus only on one person at a time， the size of the
crowd isn't as frightening.
A. A good memory is really helpful.
B. Show appreciation to your audience.
C. Mention your audience in your speech.
D.The more you have it memorized, the better.
E.In fact, it's normal to feel nervous or stressed out before a big speech.
F. Separate the crowd into three sections mentally as you get up to speak.
G.The knowledge of other people's respect for you should reduce some of the fear.
第三部分 语言知识运用（50 分）
第一节 完形填空（共 15 小题；每小题 1分，满分 15 分）
As my husband and I were watering some plants in the yard, a (an) 41 man walking
by stopped to talk with us. He asked us to 42 his age and the best answer I could think
of was 75 years. That was 43 wrong because he was 93 years old!
He mentioned about the 44 he was facing which was that he could not find people to
talk to. I 45 him to sit on our bench and offered to be his friend. I asked him the 46 to
his longevity (长寿) and here was what he replied. His father was very rich but it seemed
that he had no peace of mind. He then met someone who gave this 47 . "If you want
peace of mind, then be of 48 to others."
This new friend of mine 49 all his pensions (退休金 ) to charity. He said
he 50 with his son and that he didn't need the money. He enjoyed talking and
politely 51 my offer of some desserts. I also 52 some for his son as he left.
Only a couple of hours later he came back and gave me a silk scarf as a 53 . I am
thankful for this chance of acquaintance (相识 ) and 54 , which teaches me that if you
want peace of mind, then be of service to others. A very valuable lesson to practise and
experience a(an) 55 mind and a healthy body too!
41. A. young B. elderly C. tall D. fat
42. A. guess B. praise C. imagine D. predict
43. A. normally B. clearly C. mostly D. simply
44. A. danger B. case C. problem D. behavior
45. A. thanked B. promised C. ordered D. welcomed
46. A. approach B. solution C. secret D. attitude
47. A. tip B. angle C. option D. opportunity
48. A. importance B. wisdom C. service D. interest
49. A. gave off B. gave in C. gave back D. gave away
50. A. worked B. chatted C. travelled D. lived
51. A. accepted B. ignored C. refused D. preferred
52. A. gathered B. packaged C. placed D. exchanged
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53. A. gift B. note C. symbol D. comfort
54. A. assistance B. friendship C. existence D. fantasy
55. A. absent B. empty C. peaceful D. clear
第二节 短文语法填空（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
Hiking tours are a kind of adventure tourism. Generally speaking, these vacations focus
almost entirely 56 hiking from one place to another. Hiking tours can be done as a
group activity or alone.
There are many different ways of organizing hiking tours. Some people like to go out
into the areas where there are very few people and travel over a long 57 (distant) from
one place to another. They usually stay in hotels overnight before 58 (travel) to the next
place on the following day.
Guides can make hiking trips safer and more focused. Some hikers prefer to take hiking
tours without guides because of costs or because they want to challenge 59 (they).
However, employing a reliable guide during a hiking tour 60 (consider) as a better
choice for less experienced hikers.
The activity can be very tiring, and those 61 are new to hiking may worry that they
aren't 62 (physical) able to finish the tours. Sometimes it can be helpful for people 63
(go) to the doctor and make sure it is safe for them to choose 64 difficult hike.
Sometimes，a 65 (challenge) hike can be deadly for someone having heart disease.
第三节 用所给词的适当形式填空 (共 10 小题；每小题 1分，满分 10 分)
66. This group size allows our teachers to (response) to the needs of each student.
67. The meeting had a negative (effective) on trade.
68. Eating a (balance) diet is important for maintaining good health.
69. She was (anxiety) to finish school and get a job.
70. Our relationship was (base) on mutual dependence.
71. It can be (benefit) to share your feelings with someone you trust.
72. Of (equality) importance are good study habits and a positive attitude.
73. He made a very positive (contribute) to the success of the project.
74. He feels that the media should be more (responsibility) for what they report.
75. (amazing), no one noticed her at the party.
第四节 根据要求翻译句子(共 5 小题；每小题 2分，满分 10 分)
76. 简而言之，潜能是你与生俱来的能力，当你足够努力时，潜能就能得到开发。
（put simply; 定语从句)
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77. 无锡是他出生的城市。（定语从句）
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78. 家长对这一改变深感担忧。（concerned）
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79. 从现在开始，我会更注重我的健康而不是外表。(rather than)
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80. Lucy已经决心不辜负老师们的期望。（decide; live up to）
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第四部分 书面表达(20 分)
假如你是李华，你昨天收到好友 Jim的来信，他说他上了高中以后遇到了很多学
习和生活上的问题，感觉很郁闷，很孤独。请你帮帮他，给他提些建议。
要点：
(1)和同学友好相处；
(2)找到适当的放松方式；
(3)努力学习，课前做好准备。
注意：
(1)字数 100左右；
(2)可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
(3)可紧扣主题适当发挥。
Dear Jim,
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Yours,
Li Hua
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